A trial involving 1,000 tonnes of SAF delivered to Changi airport by fuel firm Neste is expected to cut CO2 emissions by 2,500 tonnes after it is blended at ExxonMobil’s plant.

The trial follows the sale of 1,000 SAF credits to corporate customers and individuals.

From the fourth quarter of 2022, both airlines’ customers will also be able to purchase a mix of SAF credits and carbon offsets.

Lee Wen Fen, Singapore Airlines’ senior vice president corporate planning, said: “Today marks an important milestone in the SIA Group’s decarbonisation journey, as we uplift a blend of sustainable aviation fuel and jet fuel into our aircraft departing out of Singapore for the first time. 

“Sustainable aviation fuels are a key decarbonisation lever, and this pilot demonstrates our commitment to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Working together with our partners, we will continue to support the adoption of SAF in Singapore.”